How to...? Magnetic Brainpuzzle
How to...? Magnetic Brainpuzzle was recalled on 10 May 2013 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0544/13. Injuries risk reported by Germany. The product poses a risk of choking because small parts can easily be swallowed by children.
| Alert Number | A12/0544/13 |
| Brand | Neoclicks |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | Magnetic brain puzzle book with magnetic spheres; |
| Published | 10 May 2013 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of choking because small parts can easily be swallowed by children. In addition, the product poses a risk of injuries (intestinal blockage) because the magnets have a high magnetic flux value and if more than one small magnet is swallowed they can be attracted to one another through the gut wall, causing perforation or blockage.The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive and with the relevant European standard EN71-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Black book with 216 magnetic, metal spheres on the front and a split card. The black package contains the name in red: “How to...?” and bears the age warning for children under 3 years.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to How to...? Magnetic Brainpuzzle.
About this risk
This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.